Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Why did I get the Notice?

    You received a Notice because our records indicate that you may have purchased or otherwise acquired Miller Energy common stock during the period of March 22, 2010, through April 29, 2015, inclusive (the “Relevant Period”). The Notice is to notify you that you may be eligible to receive a payment from the Fair Fund.

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  2. Who is eligible to participate in the Fair Fund?

    Persons who purchased or otherwise acquired Miller Energy common stock during the period of March 22, 2010, through April 29, 2015, inclusive (the “Relevant Period”). Watch the "Who should submit a claim?" How-To Video for further information.

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  3. Who is excluded from participating in the Fair Fund?

    You are excluded from participation in the Fair Fund if you are:

    1. The Respondents;
    2. Present or former officers or directors of Respondents or any assigns, creditors, heirs, distributees, spouses, parents, siblings, dependent children, or controlled entities of any of the foregoing Persons or entities;
    3. Any employee or former employee of the Respondents or any of its affiliates who has been terminated for cause or has otherwise resigned, in connection with the conduct described in the Order;
    4. Any Person who, as of October 21, 2024 has been the subject of criminal charges related to the conduct described in the Order or any related Commission action;
    5. Any firm, trust, corporation, officer, or other entity in which Respondents have or had a controlling interest;
    6. The Fund Administrator, its employees, and those Persons assisting the Fund Administrator in its role as the Fund Administrator; or
    7. Any purchaser or assignee of another Person’s right to obtain a recovery from the Fair Fund for value; provided, however, that this provision shall not be construed to exclude those Persons who obtained such a right by gift, inheritance, or devise.
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  4. What is the amount of the Fair Fund?

    Approximately $7,239,670.

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  5. How much money will I receive if my claim is approved?

    Once all the Eligible Claimants have been determined, the Fund Administrator will calculate each Eligible Claimant’s Recognized Loss in accordance with the Plan of Allocation and will distribute funds to the Eligible Claimants on a Pro Rata basis out of the funds available.

    The Minimum Distribution Amount will be $10.00. An Eligible Claimant whose distribution amount is less than the Minimum Distribution Amount will be deemed ineligible to receive a Distribution Payment.

    For additional information as to how your claim will be calculated, please view the Plan of Allocation, which is included as Exhibit A of the Fair Fund Plan of Distribution.

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  6. How do I file a Claim Form?

    Submitting your Claim Form electronically through this site is strongly encouraged for all Preliminary Claimants.

    Information on how to file a Claim Form can be found in the Plan of Distribution, Plan Notice, and in the "How do I submit a claim?" How-To Video.

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  7. How do I file a Claim Form if I am a Third-Party filing on behalf of others?

    Per paragraph 57 of the Fair Fund Plan of Distribution:

    When submitting claims to the Fair Fund on behalf of its clients, all Third-Party Filers must use the electronic filing template provided by the Fund Administrator in this matter.

    Third-Party Filers must also submit a signed master claim form and release, as well as proof of authority to file on behalf of the claimant(s) at the time the electronic file of transactions is submitted.

    Information on how to file a Claim Form for a Third-Party filing on behalf of others can be found in the Plan of Distribution and in the "Bulk Upload" How-To Video.

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  8. What do I need to submit with a Claim Form?

    As part of a properly completed Claim Form, supporting documentation is required to substantiate the claim, including evidence of purchases and dispositions of Securities during the Relevant Period, as well as holdings of Securities at pertinent dates.

    Additional information regarding filing a claim and necessary supporting documentation is found in paragraphs 53 through 61 of the Fair Fund Plan of Distribution.

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  9. What is the deadline for submitting a Claim Form?

    The deadline for submission of Claim Forms is on October 21, 2024.

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  10. How do I check my Claim status? Will I be notified if my Claim Form is deficient?

    Watch the “View Claim Status, Fix Deficiencies” How-To Video to learn how to see the status of your electronically submitted claim and fix any claim deficiencies within this site. For all submitted Claims, whether electronically or through a paper form, you will receive a Claim Status Notice if your claim is deficient. The Notice will advise you of the reason(s) why the claim is deficient and instructions on how to cure your deficiencies.

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  11. How do I get more information?

    Additional information regarding the Fair Fund can be found in this website, including within our How-To Videos. All relevant forms and notices are found in the Resources section. You can also reach the Fund Administrator at Support@FundAdministratorGBP.com or 1-833-410-9090.

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